MSU Extension Natural Resources

MSU Extension Virtual Events

• Jul 23

  Conservation Conversations: Twin Creek Nature Area Conservation Walk

  July 23, 2026 5:30PM – 12:00AM Visit with local conservation partners: 5:30 p.m.; Welcome and walk begin at 6 p.m. Twin Creek Nature Area, 103 5th St. in Evart, MI 49631

  This event provides a guided behind-the-scenes walking tour of Evart's award-winning Twin Creek Nature Area, highlighting the vibrant native prairies and cold-water streams that face threats from invasive species.

• Jul 24

  Mi Fresh Fish Sail: Enjoy a tall ship sail in Escanaba!

  July 24, 2026 8:30AM – 12:00PM Escanaba Marina, 17 Water Plan Road, Escanaba MI

  Sail Lake Michigan and experience Mi Fresh Fish through traditional stories and fish identification activities. Come celebrate local fish and seafood!

• Jul 24

  2026 Escanaba Mi Fresh Fish Fry

  July 24, 2026 4:00PM – 7:00PM 17 Water Plant Road, Escanaba

  Learn about and eat Mi Fresh Fish! The Mi Fresh Fish Fry is free and open to the public with food, cooking lessons, fishing activities, and more.

• Jul 30

  Grass Identification Course

  July 30, 2026 – July 31, 2026 Kellogg Biological Station

  Crack the code on grass identification! Join us for a two-day grass identification course at the Kellogg Biological Station (KBS).

• Aug 18

  Tools for Effective Facilitation Workshop (Formerly Facilitative Leadership)

  August 18, 2026 – August 20, 2026 Farm Bureau, 7373 W Saginaw Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917

  The three-day Tools for Effective Facilitation workshop helps build the capacity of groups or organizations to use the collective talents of its members to coordinate actions, strengthen relationships, and enable the group to meet its goals.

• Sep 17

  Choices for Sustainable Living Fall Book Club Series

  September 17, 2026 – November 5, 2026 Thursday evenings, 6-7:30 p.m. ET Zoom

  Explore practical strategies for sustainability in this 8-week online series, featuring guided discussions and a free e-book.